Brain Dvlp.
What is the primary function of neural plasticity in an infant's brain?
It allows the brain to change and adapt as a result of learning and experience.
At what age can infants typically focus on color?
3-4 months of age
What sound do newborns prefer to hear?
Newborns prefer to hear their mother's voice.
What is the largest organ that develops in infants?
The skin is the largest organ to develop.
Which tastes can newborns differentiate?
Newborns can tell the difference between sweet, salty, bitter, and sour tastes.
How many neurons does an infant's brain contain at birth?
An infant's brain contains about 100 billion neurons.
What is the visual acuity of an infant at birth?
At birth, an infant has a visual acuity between 20/200 and 20/400
How do infants distinguish different sounds?
Infants can distinguish loudness, pitch, and duration of sounds.
How does touch facilitate bonding between an infant and caregiver?
Touch increases bonding between an infant and a caregiver.
How do a mother's food choices influence an infant's taste preferences?
A mother's food choices influence the flavor of the amniotic fluid and breast milk, affecting an infant's taste preferences.
What significant change occurs in the brain's weight during the first three years of life?
The brain triples in weight during the first three years of life.
By what age does an infant's vision develop to a level almost comparable to that of an adult?
By 8 months, an infant's vision is almost adult-like in clarity and depth perception.
What auditory experience is the earliest stimulus to evoke a smile in infants?
The human voice is the earliest stimulus that evokes an infant's smile.
What effect does gentle handling, such as rocking, have on babies?
Gentle handling, rocking, and cuddling have a soothing effect on babies.
What is the relationship between smell and memory in infants?
The sense of smell is processed by a part of the brain that also controls memory, leading to strong associations between scents and experiences.
What type of connections among neurons increase as a result of learning?
The connections are known as synapses, and they increase as a result of learning.
What visual skill can infants develop by 9 months?
By 9 months, infants can turn their heads to focus attention on objects in their environment.
What role does plasticity play in an infant's hearing development?
Plasticity allows for more learning and adaptation in response to auditory stimuli.
How do infants use touch to explore their environment?
Infants use touch to explore objects and people around them.
Why are sweet solutions given to infants before painful procedures?
Sweet solutions are used to reduce pain during procedures.
Use it or lose it is also know as...
pruning
How does gazing contribute to an infant's social interactions?
Gazing guides social interactions and helps infants learn about their physical environment.
What can a fetus hear in utero?
A fetus can hear their mother’s heartbeat in utero.
What playful methods can evoke an infant's smile through touch?
Playful touch, tickling, or tapping can evoke an infant's smile.
When do a fetus's taste buds begin to develop?
The fetus's taste buds begin to develop around 8 weeks and become functional between 14-15 weeks of gestation